Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced a line-up of events rooted from Emirati heritage to mark Eid Al Adha. This reflects the Authority’s role within the ‘Eid in Dubai’ campaign, held under the Season of Wulfa, a wider initiative dedicated to bringing families together and honouring the occasions that shape Emirati life. The activities carry local traditions forward while reinforcing values of generosity and togetherness across the community.
As part of the celebrations, Dubai Culture, in collaboration with Ferjan Dubai, has launched the locally inspired song ‘Atouna Eidiya’ across social media platforms. Brought to life through an animated music video produced by HBKA Group, the work captures the spirit of the Season of Wulfa and brings everyday Emirati family life to the screen, rendered in a contemporary visual style infused with nostalgia and warmth. Originally performed by artist Mohamed El Mazem in the 1990s, the track aims to introduce younger generations to Eid traditions while strengthening their connection to national identity through a distinctive creative approach. The song remains one of the most iconic works associated with this time of year in the collective community memory. The new rendition features Ghmeila Al Ketbi, Ammar Al Shehhi, Haya Al Shamsi, Anoud Al Shamsi, Fares Fairouz, and Rose, under the supervision of Ibrahim Al Obaidli. The video is directed by Abdulrahman Al Marisi, with music arrangement by Ahmed Al Radwan, under the general supervision of Ibrahim Al Miyahi.
From 28 to 31 May, Al Shindagha Museum, the UAE’s largest heritage museum, will offer visitors a rich array of experiences. Highlights include ‘Gahwat Al Eid,’ a welcoming session that captures the atmosphere of the majlis and the hospitality at its heart, alongside the ‘Eidiya Trail,’ which guides visitors through the museum’s houses and pavilions to discover the spirit of Eid in an interactive setting.
The museum’s Visitor Centre will run a series of workshops, including ‘Embroidery on Prints,’ inspired by the museum’s landmarks, and ‘Design Thoub Al Eid,’ focused on traditional Emirati attire. The ‘Eidiyah Pouch’ leather embossing session. Live ‘Al A’yyala’ performances at Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Hatta Heritage Village and Al Shindagha Museum .
At Etihad Museum, from 27 to 29 May, families can take part in ‘Create Your Culture Pouch’ and ‘My Family, My Values,’ a workshop series for parents and children. Guided tours will also be held through the museum’s archive and the narratives it holds on the founding of the United Arab Emirates and the legacy of the Union. Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood and Hatta Heritage Village will stage folk performances on the second day of Eid Al Adha.
Dubai Public Libraries has lined up a programme designed to bring families together over Eid. At Al Twar Library, ‘Craft Eid Sheep’ invites young participants to make sheep models from cotton, coloured paper, and paint, while ‘Eid Popcorn’ turns Eidiya bags into a canvas for young artists. The ‘Eid Box’ workshop encourages attendees to decorate wooden boxes using colours and stickers. A separate ‘Eidiya Gift Bag Decorating’ session gives them the chance to design their own bags from scratch.
Hatta Public Library has created events for children and mothers, with sessions on preparing traditional Eid sweets such as petit fours and Eid cookies, and ‘Our Fragrance for Eid,’ which moves into gypsum casting and the creation of decorative trays and incense burners inspired by the occasion. The library will also host ‘Eid Money Box,’ allowing young participants to design their own money boxes using a variety of materials. Meanwhile, Hor Al Anz Library will present ‘The Story of the Eid Sheep and Greeting Cards,’ combining interactive storytelling with a hands-on session on designing Eid cards. Umm Suqeim Library will also host a workshop for creating handmade Eid greeting cards, while Al Mankhool Library will organise its own ‘Craft Eid Sheep’ activity.
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